2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
